Senior Accountant

ARETUM

Senior Accountant responsible for journal entries and financial reporting at a federal consulting organization. Ensuring compliance with US GAAP and supporting payroll and audits.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in preparing financial statements and journal entries in compliance with US GAAP, along with strong analytical skills to identify discrepancies and anomalies in financial data. Proficient in managing payroll processes and supporting audit functions within a government contracting environment.

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US GAAP ComplianceFinancial Statement PreparationGovernment Contracting ExperienceCertified Public AccountantCost Accounting Standards

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Hard Skills

Journal Entry PreparationGeneral Ledger ReconciliationFinancial AnalysisVendor Invoice ProcessingPayroll Preparation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementSelf-StarterDeadline-Oriented

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteUnanet

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Public Accountant

Industry Keywords

Government ContractingDCAA AuditsCost Accounting Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare journal entries in compliance with US GAAP
Reconcile various general ledger accounts, including investigation of the underlying cause of any discrepancies in the balance
Prepare end-of-month consolidated financial statements and reports (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement)
Assist with semi-monthly payroll preparation as needed
Analyze monthly financial activity for appropriateness and identify any potential anomalies
Record and process vendor invoices
Assist other members of the Accounting & Finance team with special projects as needed
Support internal functions by serving as a liaison and point of contact for Accounting & Finance within the organization
Assist in gathering, validating, and organizing documentation and data to support internal and external audits, ensuring accuracy and timely availability of requested information.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 years' experience and BS in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance
3 (+) working in a government contracting environment.
Experience with recording transactions in compliance with US GAAP.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Strong self-starter with the ability to drive and achieve results.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Either experience with Unanet or the ability to quickly learn and become proficient at Unanet
**Preferred Qualifications **
Certified Public Accountant designation.
Experience with Government Contracting.
Experience with Cost Accounting Standards and DCAA audits.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development